Bookkeeper - Hourly

I. POSITION PURPOSE

Provide bookkeeping services for the parish and school, in accordance with Archdiocesan administration and finance policies and procedures.

II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains accounts payable and receivable ledgers, and prepares and submits a

financial statement to the pastor and Finance Council on a monthly basis.

• Maintains all parish banking accounts, processes check requests, and verifies

authorization for expenditures in all program and operating accounts.

• Reconciles bank statements monthly.
• Accounts for all contributions to the parish and deposits parish collections on a

weekly basis.

• Assists the pastoral leader and others as directed in the preparation of

the annual parish budget. Provides financial information including current budget

allocations, year-to-date balances and anticipated financial needs for the future.

• Serves as staff to the Parish Finance Council as requested.
• Maintains a level of knowledge and skills required for bookkeeping

profession. This may be accomplished by participating in Archdiocesan

sponsored training, attendance at workshops and classes, reading appropriate

materials and/or membership in local professional organizations.

Qualifications

1. Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

2. Experience

• Three or more years of experience in general accounting and reporting required.
• Experience in a school, parish, or non-profit preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.